KP CM Approves Amendments to Housing Scheme Regulations
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi has approved proposed amendments to the KP Housing Schemes Regulations, 2024, and directed authorities to accelerate the process of determining the legal status of unregistered and illegal housing schemes.
The decisions were taken during a meeting of the Council of the Land Use and Building Control Authority (LUBCA), chaired by the chief minister in Peshawar.
The meeting discussed measures to regulate housing schemes, control illegal construction, improve the development authorities system and strengthen LUBCA’s institutional capacity.
Deadline for Unregistered Housing Schemes
Chief Minister Afridi directed authorities to set a cut-off date for unregistered and illegal housing schemes to submit applications for registration.
He instructed officials to take action under the law against housing schemes that fail to apply within the specified period or do not meet the required conditions.
According to the chief minister, bringing unregistered housing schemes into the legal framework is a key objective of the amendments to the housing regulations.
Centralised Building Plan Approval System
Afridi also directed LUBCA to prepare a centralised system for approving building plans across development authorities, with the exception of the Peshawar Development Authority.
He asked officials to present a final roadmap within two weeks regarding the possible integration of development authorities or the creation of a centralised approval mechanism.
The chief minister said an integrated system would help improve the functioning of development authorities and promote greater transparency.
New Posts and Fee Structure Discussed
The meeting also considered a proposal to create 21 new posts to strengthen LUBCA’s operational capacity.
Officials reviewed proposals concerning enlistment and renewal fees, as well as the introduction of a uniform debris fee.
The council reached an agreement in principle on the proposed enlistment and renewal fee structure and the uniform debris fee.
A proposal to exempt residential building plans covering up to five marlas from debris fees was also discussed. Afridi directed that the matter be presented before the Finance Committee for consideration.
Revenue Sharing Formula to Continue
The meeting decided to retain the existing revenue-sharing arrangement between LUBCA and tehsil municipal administrations (TMAs).
Under the current formula, LUBCA receives 25% of the revenue, while the remaining amount goes to the TMAs.
The council also approved LUBCA’s revised budget for 2025-26 and its estimated budget for 2026-27.
Finance Committee to Review Financial Matters
Chief Minister Afridi ordered the formation of a Finance Committee under the Council to prepare final recommendations on matters involving financial implications.
He said controlling illegal construction, promoting sustainable development and strengthening TMAs were important objectives that needed to be addressed together.
The chief minister further directed authorities to ensure effective enforcement of relevant laws and take practical measures to improve the regulation and development of housing schemes across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
